The resurgence of men’s long hair has led to the increasing popularity of ponytail hairstyles. A men’s ponytail is an ideal way to manage long hair while keeping it out of the face. Styling long hair can seem daunting, but with the right inspiration, anyone can rock a ponytail. Whether you're growing a man bun or simply want a stylish way to manage your long locks, this guide explores various ponytail styles and related haircuts for men.
The best way to begin your journey towards perfecting your ponytail is to start with getting the hang of the classic ponytail. You can’t go wrong with this look. All you need is a sturdy hair tie, preferably one that matches the color of your hair.
If your hair is on the shorter side, you may not be able to pull all of it up into a ponytail. Don’t sweat it, the half ponytail look is a great option for those with shorter hair. To style a half ponytail, do the same thing you would do for a normal ponytail, but leave half of your hair out of it.
One category of the men’s ponytail is the super popular man bun. When you’re wanting to go for a high ponytail, pulling your hair up into more of a loose bun is a good choice. The man bun is versatile and flattering for everyone.
If you have a man bun, or you're in the process of growing one, you are definitely in the right place. There are different man bun haircut variations that you probably never knew existed.
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The man bun with the disconnected undercut or the undercut man bun as it’s called is probably the most generic one that we've probably all seen. The undercut man bun is a very popular hairstyle that people are getting. The Diamondback Man Bun haircut is just a variation of the Undercut Man Bun, with a V shape at the back adds another dimension that the undercut man bun doesn’t have.
The full man bun is freaking awesome. The cool thing with the full man bun haircut is that it has so many variations and within the simple variations, there’s more variation: The High Full Man Bun, The Regular Full Man Bun, The Lowered Full Man Bun. One of the biggest man bun cons you can expect with this hairstyle is it can be quite reliant on maintenance. The more hair you have, the more you have to look after.
The man bun braid with an undercut is a really cool look. The man bun braid has become astronomically more popular online and seems to be a man bun haircut that a lot of guys want to get.
The Jon Snow Highballer is a high bun with flowing hair underneath. To get the best result from this hairstyle, make sure your hair on the back of your head and your nape is sitting at 5 - 6 inches at least. Any shorter and it can look a bit dicky, in my opinion.
The Lowered Undercut Man Bun is a disconnected undercut but cut it far lower down the head than a regular undercut that you are used to seeing.
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The cap man bun gives a completely different look. It also is really practical when you go for a jog. Running and having long hair can be really irritating, so I like to keep my hair out of my face by using a cap and it also helps block out the harsh Aussie sun. On top of that when I’m having a shit hair day, a cap seems to solve everything lol.
The Halfway Man Bun looks really similar to the Jon Snow Highballer, however, it's straightened and it's for people that are in the awkward stage of growing their hair out.
The double side braided man bun is a relatively new one that I've been starting to wear since the sides of my have been longer hence why I call it the double side braided man bun. For this man bun style I will leave all the top hair on my head like a normal man bun but I'll braid the sides.
The dreadlocked man bun is one really awesome look.
Want to rock the braided ponytail? Step one: learn how to braid your hair. Or even better, get someone to braid it for you. Incorporating braids into your ponytail is a great hairstyle for men with long hair, it’s easy to make it your own with small braids incorporated throughout your hair. This one may take a little more work and would be helpful to have someone to help you. Even if you don’t know how to braid your own hair very well, you can still rock the loose braid. This look is great for the beach, hiking, or any other outdoor activity.
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If you have curly hair, it’s likely that it may get a little out of control sometimes. The curly ponytail is a classic way to get that pesky hair out of your face while still flaunting your amazing curls.
Long hair is ideal for pulling off ponytail hairstyles for men. With long hair, you can style your ponytail to be high, low, or anywhere in between.
When you’re trying to grow out your hair, there’s nothing more exciting than discovering you can finally start putting your hair into a ponytail or bun. You may think your hair is in that awkward-length phase, but this is actually the ideal time to start putting your hair up into a ponytail.
For an easy look that doesn’t require a lot of maintenance, a ponytail is a great option for men with thick hair. Depending on how thick your hair is, it may be difficult to put your hair into a ponytail that really gets all the hair out of your face.
To switch up the classic bun, try the half man bun ponytail. To achieve this look, gather half of your hair at the top of your ears and put it into a bun, leaving the bottom half of your hair down.
Sometimes just putting your hair into a ponytail isn’t enough to keep all of the hair out of your face. Enter the bandana. It’s the best accessory to ensure that every strand of hair is out of your face.
Box braids are a standout look for men with a strong sense of style. Elevate this look by taking the longer strands of braids and pulling them into a ponytail.
When you’re going for a messy, unkempt ponytail, a textured ponytail is the way to go. This look is a more interesting and unique take on the classic ponytail, easily achievable with a light pomade.
A modern twist on a classic look, a ponytail with shaved sides is a great hairstyle option for men with long hair who are worried about overheating with a lot of hair.
What better place to throw your hair up into a ponytail than at the beach? Not only does it look good, but it’s practical. If you’ve been swimming in the ocean, the last thing you want is messy saltwater hair in your face all day.
Have a couple of extra hair ties lying around? Tie them around your long ponytail to create the bubble ponytail hairstyle. Simply put your hair in a ponytail as you normally would and tie another hair tie a few inches below the first one.
The samurai or top knot ponytail is a Japanese hairstyle worn by men. Traditionally, this hairstyle was worn by Japanese warriors to keep their helmets in place.
Want to spice up your traditional fade? A ponytail with a high fade (fade ending above the temples) is a unique version of a men’s ponytail.
Those with a receding hairline can show off a men’s ponytail too!
The messy style looks great on everyone; it really can be worn for any occasion.
If you’re wanting a more sleek hairstyle for your long hair, you can certainly opt for the preppy ponytail. A men’s ponytail is simply called just that: a men’s ponytail.
Roughly speaking, your hair should be long enough to be tied behind your head. So, once it is around 6-8 in., you can try to tie it in a high pony men hairstyle. Though, for a decent low pony, you should have at least eleven inch long hair.
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